Everything UFC 100
by StPierre 
So for the past two months, I’m training really hard before my fight. Three weeks I spent in New York doing Muay Thai at the Wat with Phil Nurse and all the guys over there, sparring with Shawn Imes, Brad and all those great training partners that I have for Muay Thai training. I’m learning a lot from Kru Phil. I also train in New York in Renzo Gracie Academy under supervision of John Danaher – he’s my Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor. I have great training partners there as well. The level of jiu jitsu in New York at Renzo Gracie is better than it is in Montreal, so that’s one of the main reasons why I’m going there and I spend so much time at that Academy.
I’m learning new move every day and I met some new friends that I will bring in Montreal for help me train for the fight. In Montreal everything goes well. Oh I always wrestle, box and do my Muay Thai and jiu jitsu in different places, as well as my strength and conditioning. Everything goes well – I just beat my record on snatches with a dumb-bell. Now I can snatch 100 lbs. 3 repetitions with 1 arm, which is something that I never thought I was ever going to be able to do when I first start training with Jonathan Chaimberg because I was struggling to lift like a 60 lb over my head and now I can do 3 reps with 100 lbs. I got so much stronger than I was, and that make me very confident for my next fight, because I know Thiago Alves is a very big guy and very powerful and he has been able to dominate a lot of these guys because of his superior strength and superior size. But I truly believe that it’s not going to work against me.
About one month away from my fight, I decided to stay in Montreal and instead of traveling like in New York and Albuquerque, I decide to bring all my training partner in to avoid me to travel, being tired and get stuck with some virus during the airplane transportation. I have many guys who came in town recently - John Danaher from New York came for my jiu jitsu – he showed me some amazing stuff that I will be able to use. I also work with Jean-Charles Skarbowsky, who’s a legend in Muay Thai who spent most of his life in Thailand. He came with two of his top students, and he showed me a bunch of stuff in Muay Thai that I’ll also be able to use during my fight. And the fact that he came with two of his top students – it give me a good idea of what is world-class Muay Thai fighter and it’s gonna help me gauge the speed and the power of a real Muay Thai guy.
Also I have some other guys coming in town – one of my friends from New York – Steven Williams came and helped me train for the fight as well. He’s an amazing fighter and he joined the group, you know, in Montreal and helped me out very much to help me for that fight. I also have a bunch of guys coming up for the next couple of weeks like Nathan Marquardt and they’re going to help me get prepared as much as I can for this fight. I’m very excited, I’m very nervous – I remember when I was young, when I started my career, I thought that the nervousness will go away with the time. But I realized that is wrong – because as far as my career goes, the more bigger are the fights and the more pressure I have. I’m always nervous. But I think this nervousness is a good thing, because that’s what keeps me sharp. And even though I’m just as nervous as I was in the beginning, the thing is, with the experience, I learn how to deal with it by control and I know it’s normal and I can sleep better at night. I always have butterflies, but the key is - make the butterflies fly in formation.
Being part of UFC 100 – it’s a great honor for me because I know it’s going to be a historical show. Even though the focus is not strictly on my fight like it was last time when I fought BJ Penn, it makes this fight even more dangerous. Thiago Alves is the greatest challenge that I had in my career – he’s gonna be the toughest guy that I fought so far, and that’s what makes him very dangerous is he’s a very confident guy, he’s a gentleman, and he doesn’t have to talk trash. So even though he doesn’t talk trash, I know he’s going to come out very strong and try to hurt me really bad early in the fight. However, I will be very well prepared. I try to focus on what I’m going to do to him instead of focusing too much on what he’s going to do to me.
I’m a very busy person during training camp – I try to “keep the main thing the main thing” and the main thing is to win my fight. It’s very important for me that I take away all the distractions – my manager who takes cares of everything of the fight for me has been very busy as well. So we’re both in lockdown mode and hopefully the people around us can understand it. Shari will have more information in her blog, but I know she’s been very very busy getting everything ready for the fight, the website, the Expo, the after party – she takes care of things so I can focus on the main thing.
Thank you everybody for the support and I received almost 1300 logos. I will be glad and honored to wear my new logo on my shorts. I look forward to meet the winner at my after party July 11th. For my after party this time I have a new formula – I’m gonna do something more private that will benefit my foundation. Remember, it’s for a good cause, and for me, doing something for kids, it’s a way to give back to the society and it’s a way for me to help the world get better in a way, you know? On my website, GSPFightClub.com, we’re auctioning 50 spots to the after party to benefit my foundation – I hope to see you there.
Even though I won’t be there, please come check my booth at the Fan Expo. I will have a bunch of stuff, like bandanas, t-shirts, a lot of things, pictures, autographed stuff that will be there and everybody is welcome. Thanks very much everybody – I really appreciate your support and my main focus is on winning the fight July 11th and after it’s going to be party time. Ha! Ha!
tikitmb said June 24, 2009
I wish you only the best for your foundation, you can't go wrong when you do right by our youth!
klmall replied June 25, 2009
mike88888 replied June 25, 2009
GSP by what ever he wants!!!
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Canuck said June 24, 2009
skoupar said June 24, 2009
I had the honor of meeting some one you know well tonight at my martial arts academy. Renzo gave a 2 hour seminar and was nice enough to take pictures with all the kids at the academy. The woman in the picture is one of our instructors for the children's program.
A really nice guy with an amazing knowledge of BJJ. I learned a lot of very helpful techniques. I can see why you train with his organization. Everyone who has trained with John Danaher speaks very highly of him.
All the best.
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fromthecage said June 25, 2009
www.fromthecage.com
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MrShickadance said June 25, 2009
I know you will make us all proud Georges, like you do every time you fight. It has been a privilege to watch a fellow Canadian rise to the top and I believe you will remain there for a long time.
GSP TKO round 2
emilymaris said June 25, 2009
I'm glad you're confident, but not being overpowering about it. Humbleness is a fantastic trait of yours!
The idea of auctioning off places for your after party for your cause is a great idea. I'm just devastated I won't be able to make your fight.
Win for yourself and you fans; we know you can do it. We're all thinking of you and are behind you 100%.
By the way, like Shickadance said; love the butterfly quote - beautful.
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ESKimo said June 25, 2009
http://www.yardbarker.com/forum/2/25/discussion/Is_Thiago_Alves_GSPs_Toughest_Test_to_Date/721999
carmenvidauri said June 25, 2009
Good Luck! Keep training, You are the best!!!!!!
Carmen
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CTgirl replied June 27, 2009
GO GET UM GEORGES! Je t'aime george. Bonne chance contre Alves. Nous sommes tous derrière toi. Donnez un coup de pied son Ass. Dieu bénissent. l'OH ouais, vous êtes chaud !
Luca26 said June 25, 2009
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Farago said June 25, 2009
I think we are all going to have butterflies once you step into the Octagon and get it on!
To Victory!
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Miss_Jennifer said June 29, 2009
I wish I could be there in person, but not this time. You are awesome in every way and I can't wait until July 11th.
We'll be having a party here in Halifax for you, and we will send you all the most positive energy on that night in Vegas. You are the champion, and we are so proud of you Georges!!!
Most respect
and love,
Miss Jennifer
jiujitsumom said June 29, 2009
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NikkiTerror said June 30, 2009
talk about yummy.
freeze frame that superman punch.
whewww.
Delicious.
carmenvidauri replied June 30, 2009
I will be sure to take a pic and bring it back to yardbarkers!
Sunnie said June 30, 2009
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JackWolf said July 02, 2009
Really wish I could be at fan expo, you yourself would know it's tough getting down to the middle of the states when your in Canada :D.
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carmenvidauri said July 02, 2009
grandfandeGSP said July 02, 2009
bon courage pendant UFC100, ca va être super cool à regarder.
j'ai voulu savoir si tu as un blog français? je sais que tu n'as pas beaucoup de temps pour faire les deux...mais j'ai voulu savoir quand même!
skoupar replied July 02, 2009
http://www.ultimefanatic.com
dodgesrt4 said July 03, 2009
J'ai déjà réservé mes places à la cage de Lasalle. On est tous derrière toi et on te souhaite de vaincre Alves. C'est pas croyable la popularité que ce sport a acquis ces dernières années et c'est en majeure partie parce que des athlètes comme toi relèvent toujours la barre d'un cran. Bonne chance champion.
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JeromeStPierre said July 07, 2009
Je n'étais pas un grand fan de UFC parce que je trouvais ça trop barbare avant de réaliser que c'est sport fantastique. Je pense
que c'est avec des gars comme toi que le sport va continuer de grimper en popularité. Ton respect et ton humilité sont vraiment
exemplaires.
Alves est également un solide athlète mais je pense que ta discipline, ta sagesse, ta détermination et ton dévouement pour ta carrière
vont avoir raison sur lui.
Tu es une source d'inspiration pour la jeunesse et une fierté pour la patrie. Tu as tout ce qui faut l'emporter et tes fans on confiance
en toi!
DCmn12 said July 07, 2009
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Naatasshaa said July 07, 2009
Hes gonna get his ass kicked.. im so
stokked for that fight this week end!!!
Diamond5 said July 07, 2009
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NikkiTerror said July 12, 2009
Good job!
<3
mike88888 said July 12, 2009
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mike88888 replied July 12, 2009
GSP (leaning down to Jackson):
I... I pulled my groin.
Jackson:
I don't care, I don't care Georges. Hey, look at me, this is where champions are made. Do you understand me? Nothing matters now. Hit him with your groin! You got my mentality?
vanwest said July 12, 2009
ocrachel said July 13, 2009
george4ever said July 13, 2009
youre a champion <33333 gogogogo! :D
FHUO18 said July 14, 2009
buzzy035 said July 15, 2009
Once again, congratiulations and keep up the good work
mr.flum@hotmail.com
SCOOPSCOOP said July 19, 2009
WOW William OTTAWA
marilyns said July 26, 2009
ryanfroude said August 10, 2009
your biggest fan (ryan)
t_blaney said September 10, 2009
Your fight on July 11th/2009 was the best fight of the year. I knew that he wasn't gonna be able to take your belt away from you. Your too damn tough baby!! I can't wait to see who tries to challenge you for your belt again. I don't think that anyone will be able to take your belt from you. I am gonna be buying myself your sweater on MMAoverload.com All of my friends are gonna be so jealous. I can't wait. Anyways G2G. LOVE YOU LOTS GSP. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK :):)